Hillside Road is in Bristol and in City Of Bristol district. BS5 7PU is located in the St George Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bristol East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillside Road, Bristol, BS5 7PU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS5 7PS, BS15 8AS, BS15 8AT, BS5 8NB, BS15 8AR, BS5 8NE, BS5 7PX, BS5 7PT, BS15 8HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BS5 7PU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 49.2% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 46.3% | 50.8% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.3% | 37.6% | 11.3% | 37.9% | -0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.5% | 38.7% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -5.5% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 10% | 10.5% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 16.4% | 10.5% | -5.9% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.1% | 40.2% | 3.1% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 28.8% | 30.1% | 1.3% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 22.7% | 17.8% | -4.9% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 8.9% | 8.8% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 4.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 3.2% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.9% | 27.4% | -12.5% | 18.2% | 9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 7.4% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 14% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.9% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 16.5% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 27% | 9.6% | 33.8% | -6.8% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.8% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% |
| Chinese | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 0.7% | 2.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.2% | 4% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 3.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 87.8% | 81.7% | -6.1% | 81.4% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 90.2% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 2.1% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 3.5% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.9% | 90.6% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7% | 7.0% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0.5% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.9% | 0% | -6.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.6% | 76.7% | -7.1% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 25.1% | 13.5% | 11.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.3% | 37.2% | 10.1% |
| Christian | 39% | 46.2% | -7.2% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillside Road was 51.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.7% lower than the St George Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillside Road has the 20th lowest crime rate of 65 local areas in St George Central and the 382nd lowest crime rate of 1,342 local areas in Bristol, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 215 Hillside Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-06-06 | £327,430 |
| 229A Hillside Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2016-06-16 | £158,343 |
| 231 Hillside Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2016-03-17 | £349,873 |
| 199 Hillside Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2013-07-01 | £265,571 |
| 231 Hillside Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2012-08-17 | £330,994 |
BS5 7PU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speedwell Nursery School Speedwell Road , Kingswood BS5 7SY | - not rated | 1,124 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes Nursery School Johnsons Road , Whitehall BS5 9AT | 3out of 4 | 2,438 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cashmore Nursery School Bright Street , Barton Hill BS5 9PR | - not rated | 2,988 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hayes Nursery School Symington Road , Fishponds BS16 2LL | 2out of 4 | 3,064 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Woods Nursery School Bannerman Road , Easton BS5 0RR | - not rated | 3,201 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Balloon Hill Infant School Hillside Road , St George BS5 7PB | - not rated | 433 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Air Balloon Hill Primary School Hillside Road , St George BS5 7PB | 3out of 4 | 433 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Air Balloon Hill Junior School Hillside Road , St George BS5 7PB | - not rated | 433 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Mile Hill Junior School The Kingsway , Kingswood BS15 8AA | - not rated | 500 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Mile Hill Infant School Kingsway , Kingswood BS15 8AA | - not rated | 500 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Cabot Academy Woodside Road , Kingswood BS15 8BD | - not rated | 721 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Speedwell Technology College Speedwell Road , Speedwell BS15 1NU | - not rated | 1,020 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Brunel Academy Speedwell Road , Speedwell BS15 1NU | 3out of 4 | 1,020 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hanham High School Memorial Road , Hanham BS15 3LA | - not rated | 1,962 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hanham Woods Academy Memorial Road , Hanham BS15 3LA | 3out of 4 | 1,962 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soundwell College St Stephens Road , Soundwell BS16 4RL | - not rated | 2,126 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Brendan's Sixth Form College Broomhill Road , Brislington BS4 5RQ | - not rated | 3,627 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunel College of Arts and Technology Ashley Down , BS7 9BU | - not rated | 4,723 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Oak Academy Brook Road , Kingswood BS15 4JT | - not rated | 3,025 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Steiner Academy Bristol College Road , Fishponds BS16 2JP | - not rated | 3,036 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Cabot City Technology College Woodside Road , Kingswood BS15 8BD | - not rated | 721 yd | City technology college | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Encompass Education 164 Summerhill Road , St George BS5 8JU | - not rated | 810 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Soundwell Academy St Stephens Road , BS16 4RL | 3out of 4 | 2,125 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Horizons Learning Centre Mulberry Drive , BS15 4EA | 3out of 4 | 2,156 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Briarwood School Briar Way , Fishponds BS16 4EA | - not rated | 2,174 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dirty burgerz | 227 Hillside Road | 1 yd | |
| Hillside Bistro | Hillside Court, Batten Road | 163 yd | |
| First Choice Cafe | 102-104 Two Mile Hill Road | 307 yd | |
| Grays Kitchen | 238 Kingsway | 516 yd | |
| Athugala Ceylon | 251 Two Mile Hill Road | 667 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose and Crown | Flat, The Rose And Crown, 111 Two Mile Hill Road | 351 yd | |
| Lord raglan | 1 Nags Head Hill | 453 yd | |
| Horse & Jockey | Horse And Jockey, 56 Nags Head Hill | 496 yd | |
| Kings Head | Kings Head, 284 Two Mile Hill Road | 715 yd | |
| St Georges Valley Cricket Club | St George Cricket Ground, Whiteway Road | 752 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Takeaway | 229 Hillside Road | 1 yd | |
| Samroys fish & chips | 113 Two Mile Hill Road | 383 yd | |
| Atlantic Fish Bar | 224 Kingsway | 516 yd | |
| Spice Cube | 226 Kingsway | 516 yd | |
| Noble House | 248 Kingsway | 516 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MyRadu | 3 Queen Street | 284 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rodney Road Playing Field (Closed) Rodney Road | grass pitches | 508 yd |
| St George Cricket Ground ST GEORGE CRICKET GROUND ST GEORGE CRICKET GROUND WHITEWAY ROAD | grass pitches | 622 yd |
| John Cabot Academy WOODSIDE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 707 yd |
| Bristol Fitness Gym 139-141 139-141 CLOUDS HILL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 983 yd |
| Fitness Factory (Bristol) (Closed) Broad Road | health and fitness suite | 1,042 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 65.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.